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Author Question: Since Watson and Crick described DNA in 1953, which of the following might best (Read 760 times)

aero

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on: Jun 29, 2013
Since Watson and Crick described DNA in 1953, which of the following might best explain why the function of small RNAs is still being explained?
A) As RNAs have evolved since that time, they have taken on new functions.
B) Watson and Crick described DNA but did not predict any function for RNA.
C) The functions of small RNAs could not be approached until the entire human genome was sequenced.
D) Ethical considerations prevented scientists from exploring this material until recently.
E) Changes in technology as well as our ability to determine how much of the DNA is expressed have now made this possible.


Hawke

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Reply #1 on: Jul 1, 2013
I'd go with E. It makes sense.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 23, 2013
Just got my test back, you're right!


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